Things to do in Manitowoc Labor Day weekend include Road Trip at The Wharf, Tuesday Tunes and more

MANITOWOC – Here's your look at can't-miss events in the Manitowoc area this week. For more events and live music schedules, go to https://www.visitmanitowoc.com/events/ .

Jam out at the Labor Day Bash

Spend your well-deserved Labor Day dancing to pop, country and rock at The Wharf , 606 Quay St.

Road Trip will take over the scene with live music from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Sept. 2.

The lights, videos and smoke from this band create a fun concert experience right on the riverfront.

There is no cost to attend — just show up and have a good time!

See details at wharfmanitowoc.com/music-events .

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Dance to Tuesday Tunes

Gervis Myles is a talented guitarist, singer and songwriter across a variety of musical genres. He’s taking over the MetroStage at Washington Park, 1115 Washington St., in Manitowoc with the help of The Tillie Tops.

The music starts at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 3, and there will be concessions by HP Enterprises. Go to https://www.manitowoc.org/220/Concert-Series for the details.

See the 'American Farmer' exhibit

If you haven’t been yet, there’s still time to see the "American Farmer" exhibit at Manitowoc Public Library, 707 Quay St.

This exhibit shows the living spirit of America’s heartland farmers with 45 black-and-white portraits of strong individuals during their day-to-day work. There are moving images across all sectors of agriculture, from cattle ranchers to strawberry growers.

This exhibit is on display during regular hours through Oct. 20. Learn more at https://www.manitowoclibrary.org/american-farmer .

Check out the Downtown Manitowoc Farmers' Market

The beauty of the Downtown Manitowoc Farmers' Market is that there’s always something fresh and new.

See what late summer brings to the market, including consumables such as jam, vegetables and baked goods.

The market is also a great place to purchase local gifts such as canvas art, wooden décor and hand-sewn items.

Check it out every Saturday from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. through October at 720 Quay St.

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Listen to live music in Manitowoc

Grab a friend, a cold drink and soak in the beautiful summer weather while listening to live music across the city.

Friday, Aug. 30

• Troubadours of Rhythm at PetSkull Brewing, 1015 Buffalo St. — 5 p.m.
• American Platinum at The Wharf, 606 Quay St. — 6:30 p.m.
• Emerge at Salute to Everyone, 1107 S. 10th St. — 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 31

• Southbound at PetSkull Brewing — 2 p.m.
• Breaking Cadence at The Wharf — 6:30 p.m.
• Pool Project at Salute to Everyone — 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 1

• Bacchus Lotus at PetSkull Brewing — 2 p.m.
• Mojo Loco at The Wharf — 2 p.m.

Visit Manitowoc is the city of Manitowoc's Department of Tourism. Email tourism@manitowoc.org , call 920-686-3508 or go to Visit Manitowoc's downtown Visitor Center, 824 S. Eighth St., open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays-Fridays (closed holidays). For more about upcoming events, follow @VisitManitowoc on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok.

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